Surfing at Assinie-Mafia, Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast·Beach break

Surf Lessons in Assinie-Mafia

Assinie-Mafia is a great place to learn how to surf. The waves here are great for beginners — mellow waves and sandy bottom, making it ideal for your first time or to improve your skills.

Today's Conditions

Full forecast
Waves

Waist to chest-high

9s period

Wind

5 kph

WSW

Water Temp

28°C

Warm — boardshorts OK

Surf Rating

10.0/10

Great day to surf

Surfing at Assinie-Mafia

We don't have instructors listed at Assinie-Mafia yet, but this spot is worth knowing about. The waves here are beginner-friendly — if you bring your own board or rent locally, it's a great place to practice.

Best tide

low, mid

Best wind

East, Northeast

Best swell

West, Northwest, Southwest

About surfing in Assinie-Mafia

Assinie-Mafia is a beach break located in Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast. It's one of the friendliest spots in the area for people learning to surf — expect mellow, forgiving waves and a sandy bottom that's easy on your feet.

Assinie-Mafia is a beginner-friendly beach break located in Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast. This welcoming spot offers gentle, forgiving waves ideal for first-time surfers and those building confidence on a board. Best on West and Northwest swells with East/Northeast offshore winds, it provides a safe and enjoyable learning environment with consistent, manageable waves.

What to bring

The water is warm here — boardshorts or a rashguard are usually enough. Most instructors provide the board and everything you need.

Know before you go — Assinie-Mafia

Here's what you should know about surfing at Assinie-Mafia — conditions, timing, and practical stuff.

The waves

Assinie-Mafia is a beach break. The waves break gently over sand, which makes it forgiving when you fall. Perfect for first-timers.

Best conditions

  • Tide: low, mid
  • Wind: East, Northeast
  • Swell: West, Northwest, Southwest
See today's forecast

When to go

Assinie-Mafia has surfable waves most of the year. Check the forecast to pick the best day for your visit. Right now the water is warm at 28°C.

Ready to try Assinie-Mafia?

Whether you're a complete beginner or want to improve your technique, a local instructor makes all the difference.

Looking for surf lessons in Assinie-Mafia, Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast? Surfer Worldwide helps you find local instructors who know this spot inside out. Grand-Bassam is a popular surf destination with consistent waves and a welcoming surf community. Check live conditions, compare instructors, and discover what to do in the area.

¿Buscas clases de surf en Assinie-Mafia, Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast? En Surfer Worldwide puedes encontrar instructores locales certificados que conocen este spot mejor que nadie. Grand-Bassam es un destino popular para surfear con olas consistentes y una comunidad de surfistas acogedora. Consulta las condiciones en vivo, compara instructores y descubre qué hacer en la zona.